Aasg 0961 Study Skills

LAW 1305 - CREATING FAMILIES: MARRIAGE, ADOPTION & NON-TRADITIONAL ALTERNATIVES
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An exploration of the rules and procedures for creation of families through marriage, adoption, and non-traditional methods. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 2 hours.
LAW 1306 - ELDER LAW
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Provides an introduction to the legal issues associated with aging; such as health care under Medicare and Medicaid; advanced health care directives and planning; social security; and other public policy issues related to a growing elderly population.
LAW 1307 - ELECTRONIC DISCOVERY (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Offers an introduction to the legal and practical issues related to electronic discovery and the use of electronic evidence in legal proceedings. Trains students in best practices compliant with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and professional standards. Affords credits meeting the skills requirement for graduation.
LAW 1308 - EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The various sources of law, mostly federal which prohibit discrimination in employment. Major emphasis on Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion and national origin. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1310 - ENTERTAINMENT LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Organization and regulation of the film, television and music industries, copyright, and contractual protections, artist representation, rights of publicity and merchandising, censorship, globalization, diversity and cultural effects of the media. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1312 - ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Major federal laws relating to air and water pollution and hazardous waste management, command and control, market trading, and other forms of legal regulation in the environmental area. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1316 - ESTATE PLANNING (SKILLS)
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An examination, from a family estate planning perspective, of legal principles critical to the development of an effective dispositive plan. The principles of state law relating to (a) wills, trusts, and other dispositive instruments, and (b) the creation and transfer of various property interests, and the principles of Federal tax law (under income tax, gift tax, estate tax, and GST tax statutes) pertinent to the development of a variety of estate plans. Requirement to draft dispositive instruments designed to resolve both common and unusual planning problems. Prerequisites: LAW 1320, 1440 and 1452. Prerequisite(s):LAW 1320 Minimum Grade of D- and LAW 1440 Minimum Grade of D- and LAW 1452 Minimum Grade of D-. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1320 - ESTATES, WILLS & TRUSTS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The law of intestate and testate succession; formal requirements of wills, testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud and mistake, holographic and nuncupative wills integration and incorporation by reference; revocation, republication, revival and amendment. The nature, creation, and elements of a trust; rights, liabilities and duties of settlor, trustee and beneficiary; creditors' rights against trust property; modification and termination of a trust, charitable trusts; resulting and constructive trusts, and general fiduciary responsibilities and administrative problems. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1324 - EVIDENCE
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The basic rules of the exclusionary system of evidence which govern the proof of disputed propositions of fact in criminal and civil trials. The role of the judge and jury; relevance rules; hearsay rules and exceptions; the competency, examination and privileges of witnesses; expert witnesses; impeachment of witnesses; the right to confrontation in criminal cases; and the Federal Rules of Evidence. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1328 - FEDERAL COURTS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The principles of federalism and comity in the division of power between state and federal courts. Particular focus is paid to the kinds of jurisdiction granted to federal course by Article III of the Constitution, Congress' control of that jurisdiction, justiciability, Eleventh Amendment sovereign immunity, abstention, the applicability of state and federal law to civil actions in federal court, Supreme Court review of state court judgments and an overview of Section 1983 litigation. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1330 - GUARDIAN AD LITEM LAW AND PRACTICE (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The duties and role of guardians ad litem in juvenile, domestic and probate courts. Skills development through hypotheticals. Researching and analyzing appropriate statutes and rules, accessing and assessing records and other sources of information; preparing court recommendations; participating in mock case and court situations. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1332 - IMMIGRATION & NATIONALITY LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
A practice-oriented and problem solving approach to U.S. immigration and citizenship law and its administrative processing and enforcement structure, by examining its historical development, classifications, and procedures, including temporary visas, permanent residency, refugees, asylum, and citizenship; issues of deportation and exclusion of aliens, and related enforcement procedures, as well as immigration-related requirements for U.S. employers. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1336 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Independent research under the supervision of a member of the Law School faculty. The scope and subject matter of the research project to be determined by the teacher who agrees to undertake the supervision and grading of the student's research. Independent Study may be taken only one time. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1337 - I/S- Faculty Directed Research in Law
1 to 5 Credits Grading mode is S/U
Faculty directed research in a particular "Law" subject with the final being a drafting of a paper on the subject. Unlimited repeats permitted.
LAW 1338 - I/S- Faculty Directed Tutorials in Law
1 to 5 Credits Grading mode is S/U
Faculty directed tutorials where the student meets regularly on a one on one situation with readings, assignments, etc. on a particular"Law" subject. Unlimited repeats permitted.
LAW 1344 - INSURANCE
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
This class cover the distribution of risk principles behind and the construction and interpretation of insurance contracts. We will explore various types of insurance, including health, disability, life and automobile insurance. We will also tackle the way our regulatroy system interacts with insurance principles, especially after the Affordable Care act. Ultimately, you will learn principles of imdemnity, insurable interest, and subrogation: the formation and construction of contracts for various types of insurance (solicitation and sale of insurance, authority of brokers and agents, the effect of binders and binding receipts): the risk transferred from insurer and the definition and control of such risk (coverage provisions, representation, warranties, the doctrine of concealment, etc.): recovered by insured notwithstanding contract terms (Waivers, estoppels, reformation of contract, etc): settlement of claims: and government regulations and sponsorship of insurance. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1348 - INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY / UNFAIR COMPETITION LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Trademark, copyright, trade secret and unfair competition laws. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1350 - INTERNATIONAL AND COMPARATIVE LAW OF NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Overview of legal environment for Non-governmental organizations and the role of NGOs in society. This course will compare international and municipal laws relating to the existence and operation of NGOs in both developed and developing countires. Topics covered will include the legal foundation for NGOs, structure and governance, economic activities and taxation, and reporting requirements. In addition the course will look at some of the emerging trends occurring in civil society which include NGO and government relations, advocacy, ethics and accountability, social partnership and the prevention of foreign NGOs. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.
LAW 1352 - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Legal problems relating to the conduct of business in the international marketplace. Rules relating to national and international investment, sales, shipping, financing and dispute resolution along with details of the national and international regulation of trade. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1353 - INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION LAW (SKILLS)
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The basics of the law and practice of international commercial arbitration: arbitration agreements, arbitrability; initiation of arbitration; appointment of arbitrators; arbitral proceedings; rendering an award; control mechanisms, and recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards under international conventions and the laws of the United States and numerous other countries. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1356 - INTERNATIONAL COMPARATIVE LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Examination and comparison of the development, structure, and processes characteristic of civil law, common law and socialist legal traditions. Specific problem areas for comparative legal research and analysis. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1357 - INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Study of prosecution of crimes with an international character in national criminal justice systems and the prosecution of international crimes in an international criminal justice setting. Focus on multinational criminal conduct in such areas as cyber-crime and financial misconduct as well as the International Criminal Court and international crimes such as genocide and crimes against humanity. Will include comparative analysis of procedural questions relating to jurisdiction. , LawLaw, LLM. This course may be repeated 1 time. This course is repeatable for a total of 2 hours.
LAW 1360 - INTERNATIONAL LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Public international law, its nature, sources and subjects. A comparative study of state, international organization, and non-state actors. Their respective processes for national, inter-state, regional and global dispute settlement, diplomacy, justice, development, and conflict transformation. State sovereignty, avenues for societal and individual claims for protection, redress and normative change. The international role of epistemic communities in safeguarding the environment and common practices. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1362 - INTERNATIONAL LAW:NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Overview of legal environment for non-governmental organizations and the role of NGOs in society. A comparison of international and municipal laws relating to the existence and operation of NGOs in both developed and developing countries. The legal foundations of NGOs, structure and governance, economic activities and taxation, and reporting requirements. Emerging trends occuring in civil society which include NGO and government relations, advocacy, ethics and accountability, social partnership and the prevention of foreign NGOs. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.
LAW 1363 - INTERNATIONAL LAW OF TERRORISM
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An examination of international approaches to combating terrorism including international organizations and treaties as well as customary international criminal law. Additionally, the course utilizes a comparative approach to examine the manner in which a number of domestic juridictions attempt to address the issue.
LAW 1364 - INTERNATIONAL PROTECTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The concept of human rights; the normative foundation of international human rights; national security and limitations on human rights; universalism and cultural relativism in human rights. Also, focuses on international human rights organizations, mainly the United Nations system of protection of human rights; and different regional systems of human rights protection such as the European, African and Inter-American systems. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.
LAW 1365 - INTERNATIONAL TAX
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
This course covers the provisions of the United States Federal Tax law applicable to transactions of foreign taxpayers conducted in the United States and transactions of United States taxpayers overseas. Topics which may be addressed include residence, income sourcing, the foreign tax credit, controlled foreign corporations, the effect of tax treaties, foreign currency transactions, and transfer pricing. Prerequisite(s):LAW 1440 Minimum Grade of D and LAW 1448 Minimum Grade of D and LAW 1444 Minimum Grade of D.
LAW 1366 - International Trademark Law
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
International Trademark Law In an era of free trade, the internet, and globalization, it has become increasingly important for businesses to obtain, protect, and enforce their marks globally. This course will cover the Paris Convention and TRIPS which provide the parameters according to which nations can protect trademarks, as well as regional trademark harmonization instruments such as the EU Trade Mark Directive. It will also consider the Madrid Protocol & Agreement-and the Community Trade Mark system. Finally, the course will explore trademark issues concerning Internet domain names, including cybersquatting, country-code top-level domains (ccTLD's), ICANN, and the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Process (UDRP).
LAW 1367 - INTERNET LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The course will address the particular legal issues posed by the global and anonymous nature of the internet. The primary focus will be on intellectual property issues, but we will also address the First Amendment protection available for internet speech, regulation of advertising, jurisdictional issues, privacy, and obscenity. , LawLaw, LLM. This course may be repeated 1 time. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.
LAW 1368 - INTERVIEW-COUNSELING-NEGOTIATION (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The course will address the particular legal issues posed by the global and anonymous nature of the internet. The primary focus will be on intellectual property issues, but we will also address the First Amendment protection available for internet speech, regulation of advertising, jurisdictional issues, privacy and obscenity. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1369 - JUDICIAL OPINION WRITING (SKILLS)
1 Credit Normal Grading Mode
This skills-based course will familiarize students with the various types of opinions and orders encountered in the trial and appellate courts, provide the students with the theoretical considerations involved in drafting such judicial decisions, and equip students with a step-by-step approach to writing judicial decisions from the perspectives of judicial officers, law clerks, externs, and attorneys submitting proposed orders. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 1 hour.
LAW 1370 - JUDICIAL DECISION MAKING
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Close legal analysis of a line of cases focusing on the process by which a course develops a rule of law through stare decisions. Students will prepare detailed, case by case briefs and read classic works on the principles of common law judicial decision making, coupled with the impact of statutory change. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 2 hours.
LAW 1371 - JURY INSTRUCTIONS (SKILLS)
1 Credit Normal Grading Mode
Introduce students to the theoretical considerations involved in drafting jury instructions, as well as provide them with hands-on training in the research and writing of instructions. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 1 hour.
LAW 1372 - JUVENILE LAW
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The legal regulation of child-parent and child-state relations including such topics as First Amendment rights, intro-familial tort immunity, medical treatment of children, compulsory education, the age of majority and legal representation of children. Juvenile court proceedings involving child abuse and neglect, "unruliness", and delinquency. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1376 - LABOR LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The historical development of employees' rights in the private sector, the enactment of and provisions of the National Labor Relations Act (Wagner Act), the Taft Hartley Act, and the Landrum-Griffin Act. The different and changing political consensus of the Congress concerning the respective roles of unions and management. The collective bargaining agreement and the rights of individual members of unions. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1380 - LAW OFFICE ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Various considerations, techniques, and approaches which are necessary for a successful manangement of the legal practice. A case study and problem based approach is utilized to generate class discussion and involvement. Forms of organization for the practice of law, overall management techniques and concerns, personnel management; ethical considerations including professional malpractice and liability insurance; equipment and office layout, libraries; systems; income determination and distribution; clients, public relations, and development of the practice. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1384 - LAW REVIEW
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Writing a Law Review comment of publishable quality. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1387 - International Economic Law
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
International Economic law is a fast growing field in the area of public international law. The objective of this course is twofold: 1) to present a sound overview on the current rules concerning international trade, finance, investment and economic development. And 2) to understand the current critique to positive economic law and raise questions on global justice and political exonomy and philosophy. The first part covers the basics of international economy and international law principles, rules and standards which govern the establishment by economic operators (primarily business and industry) of the various factors of production on the territory of other statesor which regulate their international transactions in goods, services and transfer of payments. The second part aims to engage students in critical thinking towards current economic law by learning the political philosophy and ideology that lies beneath the current system- for some in deep crisis- and explore whether other alternatives are feasible. Outcomes: After participating in the course students are supposed to be able to work with the rules and instruments being introduced.
LAW 1388 - LEGAL PROFESSION
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The rules of conduct that regulate a lawyer's relations with clients, the courts, other members of the legal profession and the community at large. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1392 - LEGISLATIVE PROCESS AND DRAFTING (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The organization of and powers of the legislative branch of government and development of practical skills of legislative drafting and statutory analysis. Matters affecting apportionment, members' qualifications, witness immunity, the speech and debate clause, initiatives, referenda and recall, electoral finance, appropriations and the legislative veto are addressed. The drafting and analysis of bills or resolutions, committee reports, and prepared statements. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1396 - MOOT COURT (SKILLS)
2 Credits Normal Grading Mode
Representing the College of Law in an inter-scholastic Moot Court competition. The completion of a written brief of competitive quality, extensive preparation for oral arguments, and a cooperative team spirit. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1397 - MOOT COURT II (SKILLS)
1 Credit Normal Grading Mode
Representing the College of Law in a second inter-scholastic Moot Court competition. The completion of a written brief of competitive quality, extensive preparation for oral arguments, and a cooperative team spirit. Prerequisite: LAW 1396 Prerequisite(s):LAW 1396 Minimum Grade of C. This course is repeatable for a total of 1 hour.
LAW 1398 - Law Review -Staff Editor
2 Credits Grading mode is S/U
Participating L2 students who are staff editors for Law Review. Must be an L2 staff editor for Law Review to sign up for this course.
LAW 1399 - NEGOTIATIONS WORKSHOP (SKILLS)
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
An introduction to the theory and practice of negotiation designed to improve students' understanding of negotiation and their effectiveness as negotiators. Readings and lectures will provide a framework for examining negotiations and useful negotiation tools and strategies. Students will spend much of their time in a series of negotiation exercises and simulations and will learn to become aware of and to analyze their own negotiating behavior. There is an additional fee for this course.
LAW 1400 - MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The formation of and legislative control over public corporations (primarily cities and villages), the powers of such corporations with respect to public welfare, zoning, appropriations, contracts, and the liability of such corporations in tort and contract; relationships with other units of government; state preemption issues; drafting of ordinances. , LawLaw, LLM.
LAW 1402 - OIL AND GAS LAW
3 Credits Normal Grading Mode
The property interests that are commonly created in oil and gas and the land from which they are produced; the nature of a landowner's interest in oil and gas; the creation and duration of mineral leases; the rights and duties between lessor and lessee; the nature and characteristics of a mineral fee; the rights and duties between mineral and surface owners; the different kinds of royalty and mineral interests; the protection of interests in oil and gas properties against trespassers and wrongful claimants, and agreements between oil companies, such as farm outs and operating agreements; state regulation of drilling and production, including spacing rules, pooling and unitization. , LawLaw, LLM. This course is repeatable for a total of 3 hours.